Social Relations in Groups of the Black-Capped Capuchin (Cebus apella) in Captivity

Abstract

During the second half-year of life, capuchin monkey infants maintain close contacts to kin-related animals. Apart from these contacts, they frequently interact with other infants and juveniles 1 year older. During this period of life the 'peer phase' begins in the life of the infants. Furthermore, gender differences, especially in respect to social play, become obvious.